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How Much Is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth?
Losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence is devastating. While no amount of money can replace them, a wrongful death lawsuit can help [...]Latest Blog
Are Premarital Assets Protected in Divorce?
Divorce can be challenging, especially when it comes to dividing assets. One common concern is whether property or financial assets owned before [...]Latest Blog
Can a Lawyer Represent Both Parties in a Divorce?
Divorce is a complex legal process that requires careful handling of financial matters, property division, and child custody arrangements. One common [...]Latest Blog
Who Has to Pay Child Support in Joint Custody?
Joint custody arrangements allow both parents to share responsibilities for their child, but this does not always mean that child support payments [...]Can I Lose Custody for Not Having a Job?
Nov 27, 2024
In child custody disputes, many parents worry that being unemployed could lead to losing custody. However, in New York, the court’s primary concern is the best interests of the child rather than a parent’s employment status. At Levitsky Law Firm [...]
How to Prove a Parent Is Unfit
Nov 22, 2024
Establishing that a parent is unfit can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s best interests, which includes evaluating the fitness of each parent. Proving a parent is unfit [...]
Can you lose custody for child endangerment?
Nov 20, 2024
Child endangerment is a serious matter that can significantly impact custody arrangements. Courts in New York prioritize the safety and well-being of children, meaning any actions or behaviors that jeopardize a child’s welfare could result in [...]
How can a Dad get full custody?
Nov 15, 2024
Gaining full custody as a father in New York requires demonstrating to the court that it is in the child’s best interests to reside primarily with you. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s safety, stability, and emotional [...]
Unemployed Parent and Child Custody
Nov 13, 2024
Child custody disputes can be challenging, particularly when one parent is unemployed. While employment status is a factor courts in New York consider, it does not automatically disqualify a parent from gaining custody. The court’s primary focus [...]
What can be used against you in Child Custody?
Nov 08, 2024
Child custody disputes are among the most emotionally charged aspects of family law. In New York, courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making custody decisions. However, various factors can be used against a parent during this [...]
Does Power of Attorney Override Parental Rights?
Nov 01, 2024
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants one person the authority to act on behalf of another in specific matters. While a POA can grant significant decision-making powers, it does not inherently override parental rights. Parental [...]
Understanding the Role of Dashcam Footage in Car Accident Claims
Oct 25, 2024
Dashcam footage can significantly impact car accident claims by providing clear and objective evidence of the events leading up to the crash. This footage is particularly valuable in disputes over fault or when there is conflicting testimony from [...]
What to Know About Insurance Claims for Car Accidents Involving Uber or Lyft Vehicles
Oct 18, 2024
Rideshare accidents involving Uber or Lyft vehicles can complicate insurance claims, especially when determining liability. For passengers and drivers in New York City, the rules governing compensation in these cases differ from typical car [...]